Distributed Solar Solutions

Want to make a significant investment in solar energy technology for the benefit of the Valley? Partner with your local power company and let the sun shine in.

Distributed Solar Solutions is a TVA pilot program designed to encourage solar energy projects that are directed by its local power company (LPC) partners. The idea is to encourage more solar development across the Valley by seeding LPC partnerships with business and community interests. Because it is working at the local level, this program moves renewable energy closer to the customers.

Only solar photovoltaic systems qualify for Distributed Solar Solutions, and they must generate between 50 kW and 2 MW of electricity. Qualified applicants must apply through their local power company—or may be a local power company. There will be a total capacity offering of 10 MW for calendar year 2017.

To ensure that the solar installation will benefit TVA, the local power company and the community, it must meet specific criteria. These are spelled out in the DSS Guidelines.

2017 Important Dates

NABCEP Requirement

For 2017, TVA requires that your system installer hold at minimum the associate-level certification from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP). For installers who currently hold an entry-level certification, you will have until December 2017 to convert your certification to associate level.

Questions?

If you have questions, please call the Distributed Solar Solutions assistance line at (423) 751-2372 or email renewables@tva.gov. Or to learn more about Distributed Solar Solutions and its key features, read these frequently asked questions.